[05-10-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Semi-Truck Crash on 170th Street East

One unidentified person was killed after a semi-truck accident near Lake Los Angeles on Monday morning, May 10.

The accident transpired at approximately 10:46 a.m. at 170th Street East and Lake Los Angeles Avenue.

A semi-truck collided with an unspecified vehicle under unclear circumstances. How the collision occurred, and the reason why it happened has not been established.

One person was reportedly killed in the accident. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the collision. They will attempt to determine the factors that caused the collision and the liability.

Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Statistics

Semi-truck accidents are more deadly compared to other types of road accidents. It’s mainly because of the considerable size difference of big rig trucks compared to other vehicles on the road.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), big rig trucks’ fatality rate has increased by 30 percent since 2009. There were 4,102 traffic fatalities involving a big rig in 2017 alone.

Tractor-trailer accidents are caused by various factors, such as loss of control of the truck, a tire blowout, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, excessive speed, lane drifting, and improper truck maneuvering and driver fatigue.

Semi-truck accidents are exceedingly dangerous accidents, and semi-truck claims are exceedingly complicated claims. Your rights and the financial compensation to which you are entitled matter far too much, however, not to advocate for justice in your case aggressively. If a big rig leaves you injured, consult with a knowledgeable semi-accident attorney today.

Los Angeles County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Semi-Truck Accidents

Suddenly losing a loved one due to a fatal semi-truck accident can be quite devastating and stressful. Pending the official investigation results, the victim’s family is encouraged to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s help. Through the wrongful death claim, the victim’s family can seek compensation for the damages (such as loss of companionship, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress) that the accident has caused them.

If a semi-truck driver has left you or your loved one injured, or worse, killed in a traffic accident, you need the professional legal services of experienced California semi-truck accident lawyers.

Arash Law is a semi-truck accident law firm in California, and we have been helping victims of truck accidents like you for several decades. Our dedicated semi-truck accident firm is committed to helping you obtain the compensation you deserve!

You may visit our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego for any inquiries and concerns. You can also ring us up with our hotline number (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a wrongful death attorney.